Copal Wood Alebrije Cat Sculpture in Teal from Mexico, "Excited Cat in Teal"
A playful, excited cat makes a vibrant and fun addition to any home, handcrafted from copal wood and maguey plant fibers in the style of traditional alebrijes. Mexican couple Zeny and Reyna proudly paint this sculpture by hand, drawing inspiration from their cultural roots to cover the cat in bright floral motifs against a teal body. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.
- 40 grams
- 1.41 oz
- 10 cm H x 11 cm W x 3.5 cm D
- 3.9" H x 4.3" W x 1.4" D
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10/04/2017
"Teal cat for me and favorite for my rescue cats."





The artists know I love their work as I only buy from them. We rescue and so far all four of our cars love this one best.
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- Again display so everyone that comes ever gets to enjoy
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Verified Reviewer
02/28/2021
"Delightful"





Beautifully made, Beautifully packaged! A delightful little creature to brighten someones heart-
Best Uses
- Brightly painted cat figurine
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Verified Reviewer
02/27/2021
"Purfect Gift"





I ordered this cat for my daughter in law who fosters kittens for a rescue agency. She loved it! Cute, colorful and playful.
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Verified Reviewer
01/07/2021
"Perfect gift!!"





The craftmanship is unbelievable! A perfect little gift!
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Verified Reviewer
10/10/2019
"Perfect spirit of friends cat"





She looks very playful, just like my friends Alley Cat
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Verified Reviewer
09/29/2019
"Woonderful wooden cat"





The colors and carved style of this cat are just great. You can feel its playful spirit! I have several of these carved-style animals from the same artists.
Best Uses
- Collection
- Just looking at it - great character
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Verified Reviewer
02/23/2021
"Another Beautiful Dragon for my collection!"





Love this little blue dragon and it goes so well with the red dragon from the same artisans. Amazingly beautiful detail and care in creating (and packaging) this beautiful cherish dragon. It will be a treasured part of my dragon collection. Thank you!
Best Uses
- Studio dragon collection
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Verified Reviewer
02/23/2021
"A treasure that brightens my day"





I love this hummingbird - it is so beautifully created and it brightens my day, every time I look at it. Thank you - love it and will treasure it always!
Best Uses
- Hanging in my bedroom window
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Verified Reviewer
02/16/2021
"Delightful!"





After a recent trip to Mexico, I became enchanted with alebrijes, and am now am acquiring a collection of my own. Each one is unique, and I smile every time I look at them. This item is one of my favorites.
Best Uses
- Display
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Cute Porcupine in Red, Copal Wood Alebrije Porcupine Sculpture in Red and Blue
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Verified Reviewer
02/14/2021
"Incredible"





I bought this as a gift and I was overjoyed at the quality! Beautiful!
Best Uses
- Hanging inside the home
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Verified Reviewer
02/10/2021
"Porcupine"





Thank you Novica for the wonderful Porcupine you sent. The artisans of the wonderful Native peoples of Mexico are very close to my heart always. Thank you again.
Best Uses
- To admire
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Cute Porcupine in Green, Copal Wood and Maguey Mexican Porcupine Sculpture in Green
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Verified Reviewer
02/09/2021
"It makes me happy!"





Beautiful detail work, thank you for letting me enjoy it.
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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Zeny and Reyna has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1200 and the most recent for $2500.
This artist supports children under the age of 18.
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"When she told us this we felt a great sense of satisfaction, we had no idea how much we could help someone – a child – through our art."